A growing number of elderly residents from nearby low-cost flats have found their way to the riverbank, not just to plant vegetables but to reclaim a sense of purpose. The harvest is no longer measured only in vegetables, but in purpose, companionship and a renewed sense of belonging. Here, those hours are filled with tending soil, watering plants and sharing quiet conversations with neighbours who have become companions in a daily routine. “After driving through the night, being here with the soil and plants is very soothing. “I like spending time growing vegetables and chillies.

Source: The Star March 23, 2026 10:05 UTC